Iran has announced its willingness to open the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime passage, but has set three conditions for the United States: lifting the naval blockade of Iranian ports, returning approximately $15 billion in frozen assets, and removing longstanding sanctions. Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's deputy foreign minister, stated that while Iran is not part of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), it is prepared to impose a service charge for transit through the strait, which will be determined transparently by experts. He emphasized that this charge would not apply to countries that have attacked Iran. Gharibabadi also addressed nuclear issues, asserting Iran's right to enrich uranium and questioning the rationale behind transferring uranium to the US. He noted that Iran's decision to enrich uranium to 60 percent was a response to perceived threats against its nuclear program. Additionally, he expressed openness to diplomatic efforts from countries like Pakistan and India, particularly regarding cooperation on the Chabahar port project, which links India to Central Asia. Gharibabadi warned that renewed conflict would have serious global repercussions.